Category Archives: Home Accomodations

Sharing space with the big dogs

THE ESSENCE OF SPRING

It’s a lovely coastal day here in the outskirts of the Ozarks.  Some may wonder about “coastal” weather in the middle of the country, but it is much like the early spring weather in Florida, with clouds hanging low in … Continue reading

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AGING NEWFS, ALLERGIES & CELL PHONES

Parker will soon be 11. Somewhere along the way, I began to discover that he had some food sensitivities and possible allergies. For example, millet: in trying some different grains, I discovered that this would give him “the runs” very … Continue reading

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THE INFLUENCE OF SUNSHINE ON A CHILLY MORNING

This morning there was frost on the ground.  Yesterday morning, it was 27.0 F.  I didn’t even look at the outdoor thermometer this time.  The Newfs had let me sleep to a reasonable time (for a Sunday) before asking me … Continue reading

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IF YOU WANT TO KNOW

Whether your Newf gets on the furniture when you’re gone: Take her out for a swim or give her a bath, or both.  Give her a quick blow-dry, 20 mins. instead of 1+ hours. Go out for dinner, and pick up … Continue reading

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